Recalls for your 1986 Buick Skylark

Recalls for 1986 Buick Skylark

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Matchbox - 1953 Buick Skylark Convertible

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Matchbox - 1953 Buick Skylark Convertible

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DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH


Posted on: 1988-02-16
Description
Under extended headlamp usage, circuitry in the headlamp switch panel might experience increased resistance and excessive heat buildup.

Consequence
Headlights would cycle on and off.  Sudden loss ofheadlights under severe weather or nightimer driving conditions could resultin a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Replace headlight switch with modified switch.

Notes
System: headlamp switch circuitry.vehicle description: passenger cars.

DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE


Posted on: 2006-05-22
Description
Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses.  (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on document search and then bus applications).  The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification.  As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.

Consequence
This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak.  In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

Corrective Action
Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge.  The recall began on october 18, 2006.  Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.